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Do hens stop laying after 1 year?

Discussion in 'Chicken Behaviors and Egglaying' started by Maryallison77, Jul 19, 2008.

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  1. Jul 19, 2008 #1
    Maryallison77

    Maryallison77 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    SO I am slightly concerned about this. Someone said that layers stop laying after 1 year. Is that true? [​IMG]

    Thanks, MARY
     
  3. Jul 19, 2008 #2
    Katy

    Katy Flock Mistress

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    No, they don't stop laying. Most go through a molt about that time but after their molt they'll continue to lay although most never lay as many eggs as they do their first year.
     

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